'Hoard': This is what we know so far about release date, plot, cast and trailer

Luna Carmoon's debut feature, Hoard, unveils its first trailer, starring Joseph Quinn and Saura Lightfoot Leon. Set in the 1980s and 1990s, the film portrays Michael (Quinn) and Maria (Leon) in a tumultuous relationship, triggering Maria's confrontation with past trauma.

Release Date

Premiering at the Venice International Film Festival on September 2, 2023, Hoard earned critical acclaim, winning the Authors Under 40 – Best Directing and Screenwriting Award, The Film Club Audience Award, and the Verona Film Club Award. The film is scheduled for release in the UK and Ireland on May 17, 2024. The US release date is yet to be announced.

Plot

Hoard delves into the psychological depths of obsession, grief, and love, unfolding through two timelines. Young Maria (Lily-Beau Leach) struggles with her hoarder mother, Cynthia (Hayley Squires), while adult Maria navigates life with foster mom Michelle (Samantha Spiro) and encounters the troubled Michael.

Cast

Joseph Quinn found the script's strangeness and power compelling, drawn to Luna Carmoon's vision and the film's mythical elements. Saura Lightfoot Leon, who was although challenged by the script's unfamiliarity, embraced the opportunity, aiming to understand and embody her character's world.

Trailer

Watch the trailer here.

FAQs:

When did Hoard premiere and what awards did it win?
Hoard premiered at the Venice International Film Festival on September 2, 2023, winning the Authors Under 40 – Best Directing and Screenwriting Award, The Film Club Audience Award, and the Verona Film Club Award.

What is the release date for Hoard in the UK and Ireland?
Hoard is set to hit theaters in the UK and Ireland on May 17, 2024. The US release date is yet to be announced.